These Shrimp Tortilla Cup Appetizers are the kind of bite-sized snack that disappears from the platter first — crisp golden tortilla cups filled with creamy avocado and crowned with juicy sautéed shrimp. They are perfect for game night or any easy weeknight dinner spread. If you love shrimp, also try our Shrimp Pasta in Creamy Tom Yum Sauce, and for another crowd-pleasing seafood dinner, see Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta.
Ingredients
- 2–3 large tortillas (to cut into rounds)
- 1 ripe avocado
- Cream cheese to taste
- Shrimp, peeled and deveined
- Spices to taste (paprika, garlic, salt)
Instructions
- Cut rounds out of the tortillas with a round cutter or scissors.
- Roll each round into a cup shape and bake for just a couple of minutes so they hold the form.
- Thaw, rinse, and peel the shrimp, then sauté them with your favorite spices.
- Mash the avocado with a fork, stir in the cream cheese and a pinch of spices. Spread the mixture into the tortilla cups and top each with about 3 shrimp.
Tips
- Bake the tortilla cups in a muffin tin so they hold their shape — a light brush of oil helps them turn golden and crisp.
- Sauté the shrimp just until pink and opaque; overcooked shrimp turn rubbery fast. For safe seafood handling guidance, see the resources at usda.gov.
- Mash the avocado just before assembling and add a squeeze of lime to keep it bright green.
Nutrition: Per 100 g: 127 kcal, protein 10.7 g, fat 9.5 g, carbs 2.9 g.